Sales Manager

HOWARD FRIEDENBERG

Fremont, CA ************@*****.*** 510-***-****

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Strategic internal communications professional who develops and implements innovative ideas

to support corporate programs and initiatives, such as video and social media by utilizing the

latest cutting-edge technologies.

Works effectively with C-level executives to ensure strategic alignment on key messages.

Recognized for ability to build strong relationships across the organization and influence

direction of communications with all levels of management in a relevant and genuine way.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

2011 Present

BLUE COAT SYSTEMS, Sunnyvale, CA

Video Production Manager (Contractor)

Produce timely, impactful on-demand training and enablement videos with professional look and

feel for the global sales organization.

Key Accomplishments:

Developed BCU-TV (Blue Coat University TV), a video program, from the ground up

Determined budget and researched equipment to meet project and space requirements

Purchased all audio-visual studio gear and editing software within designated budget

Full pre and post-production of short, effective videos with q uick turnaround time

Conversion, upload and delivery of videos in multiple formats so that global Sales

personnel can access them anytime, anywhere, on any device

1986 2010

SUN MICROSYSTEMS, INC., Santa Clara & Menlo Park, CA

Sr. Employee Communications Specialist (1994 2010)

Key owner of creative direction and production support for the global employee infrastructure.

Communicated strategic organizational messages using the web, video, photos and audio.

Major Accomplishments:

Designed, created and maintained company web portals targeted to 30,000+ employees

Managed production of weekly CEO and monthly CTO video program by converting

show to various formats so on-demand mobile replay was available any device

Spearheaded integration of audio podcasts by disseminating consistent messaging

of quarterly HR All Hands meetings and various large-scale corporate events

Staff photographer for large events, product introductions, senior executive portfolios

Scripted, produced and directed award-winning video showcasing Worldwide Operations

Event management for global events, including annual summits and offsite meetings

HOWARD FRIEDENBERG 510-***-****

SUN MICROSYSTEMS, INC. (continued)

Worldwide Operations Training Supervisor (1988 1994)

Developed coursework and trained employees in HTML, web design and various classes

Custom delivery of one-on-one executive training on personal laptops and small devices

Originated, developed and facilitated quarterly Quality Award recognition program

Documentation Specialist / ECO Analyst (1986 1988)

Documented printed circuit board changes and determined impact to manufacturing

Worked closely with management, engineers and production-line employees to

reconcile changes, cost savings and overall evaluation

Created operating procedures and trained personnel to ensure consistent bill of

materials throughout worldwide manufacturing facilities

ADDITIONAL WORK HIGHLIGHTS

Itemized multi-page parts list from engineers for specialized security systems company

Organized and distributed quotes to buyers in a timely manner as Quotes Administrator

Traveled to Hong Kong and Taiwan to train and implement document control procedures

Coordinated five successful worldwide Diversity Faire events within six years

Maintained Communications Lab servers to support critical HR information archives

Provided voice-over talent for many on-air radio and television advertisements

Acted as master of ceremonies at over 400 events throughout the Bay Area

Created customized graphics suite for CD and DVD professional projects

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Attended numerous conferences and seminars including; W eb 2.0, Strategic Communicating,

Beyond the Hype The Road Map for Social Media, Utilizing Facebook & Twitter for Business.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Windows Suite, MAC OS X, Adobe Photoshop, Premier, FrameMaker, HTML, UNIX,

Solaris, OpenOffice, Roxio Creator, Audacity, QuickTime Pro and other current editing programs.

Capable of minor repair of personal computers, laptops and low to high-end servers.

Electronics maven with hand-held gadgets and high-tech components.

APPLICABLE WEBSITES

linkedin.com/in/howardlfriedenberg

Professional LinkedIn Profile

WeAllNeedJobs.com

Job seekers advertising at BART stations

HowardFriedenberg.com

Personal Website

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